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Fort Myers public meetings in 2025

77 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 18, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

✓ Decided: Historic Preservation Commission met, no decisions recorded

The Fort Myers Historic Preservation Commission met on December 18, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Members present included Chair Gina Sabiston and others, with Mary‑Regina Sabiston absent. The sole agenda item discussed was Certificate of Review COR25‑0178 for installing hurricane accordion shutters at 1879 Monte Vista Street, a contributing structure in the Edison Park Historic District. The minutes do not record any vote, approval, denial, or other formal decision on the request.

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Wed Dec 17, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

Special Magistrate orders $500/day fine for repeat violation at 2550 Hunter Ter

The Special Magistrate will approve revised minutes from the October and November 2025 hearings and rule on fourteen code‑enforcement cases. Several property owners were found in violation and were ordered to correct the issues by specific dates or face daily fines, with one case imposing a $500 per day fine for repeat offenses. Other cases were dismissed after compliance, and a few lien amounts were mitigated to lower payments.

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✓ Decided: Magistrate ordered multiple property violations to be abated with daily fines

The Special Magistrate approved the meeting minutes and issued violation orders for several properties, setting abatement deadlines and daily fines. Two mitigation requests reduced large fines to modest payment amounts. Non‑compliance cases were affirmed, triggering liens as previously ordered.

Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Dec 17, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

Special Magistrate to hear code enforcement and non-compliance cases

The Special Magistrate will review new business regarding city code violations and old business involving mitigation and non-compliance. The body is deciding on penalties and abatement requirements for various property violations across the city.

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Tue Dec 16, 2025

Public Art Committee

Committee will vote on accepting mural gift from Fort Myers Mural Society

The Fort Myers Public Art Committee will consider several items, including approving the minutes from its November 18, 2025 meeting and voting on a motion to accept a gift of murals from the Fort Myers Mural Society. The committee will also discuss budget needs for the upcoming ART FEST and receive updates on the GO BOND Parks & Arts program, Otocast signage, and other art projects. Additional updates on the CFMPA program, an art grant recipient show, and the annual report will be presented before the meeting adjourns.

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✓ Decided: Public Art Committee approved free-standing mural gift and $3K Art Fest budget

The committee unanimously approved the Fort Myers Mural Society’s gift of free‑standing murals and authorized Parks and Recreation to paint the bases of the Carmona statues rust‑colored. It also approved a budget of up to $3,000 for Art Fest promotional expenses. Both actions will be forwarded to City Council for final approval. No other substantive motions were decided.

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Thu Dec 11, 2025

Building & Zoning Oversight Committee

Committee will review public utilities and engineering services

The Fort Myers Building & Zoning Oversight Committee will approve the October 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss reports from public utilities, fire prevention, public works, and permit revenue. Additional items include a monthly performance report, planning and development services, and building, permitting & inspections updates.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved extending Building Division reserve timeline up to 12 months

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a motion to allow the Building Division’s reserve account to exceed the 18‑month calculation for a period not to exceed twelve months, with staff required to provide monthly progress reports. No other substantive actions were taken.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Thu Dec 11, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Code Enforcement Board holds workshop on legal rulings and board etiquette

The Code Enforcement Board met for a workshop to review operational procedures and legal requirements. The session focused on internal board conduct and state law compliance.

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✓ Decided: Board held workshop with no decisions made

The Fort Myers Code Enforcement Board met for a workshop, heard presentations on board procedures, the Florida Sunshine Law, and Roberts Rules. No public input or votes were taken, and the meeting was adjourned without any actions approved or denied.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Wed Dec 3, 2025

Planning Board

Amend Future Land Use for 9.97 acres at Prince St from Residential to Industrial

The Fort Myers Planning Board will hold a public hearing to consider amending the Future Land Use classification for approximately 9.97 acres at 2701‑2735 Prince Street from Residential Medium Density (RMD) to Industrial (IND). The board will also hear a Planned Unit Development request for up to 100,000 square feet of industrial uses at the same Prince Street site. Additional items include a rezoning request for about 0.32 acres at 1941 Hill Avenue from Medium Density Multi‑family (RM‑16) to Commercial Intensive (CI), a Future Land Use amendment for roughly 2 acres on Marvaez Street from Lee County Central Urban (CU) to Residential Low Density (RLD), and a rezoning of the same Marvaez parcels from Agricultural (AG‑2) to Residential Single‑Family (RS‑7).

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✓ Decided: Planning Board unanimously recommends approval of 100,000‑sq‑ft industrial PUD

The board voted 6‑0 to recommend the City Council approve a Future Land Use amendment that changes 9.97 acres at 2701‑2735 Prince Street from Residential Medium Density to Industrial. It also voted 6‑0 to recommend approval of a Planned Unit Development at the same site allowing up to 100,000 square feet of industrial uses with specified buffers and conditions. No vote was recorded on the rezoning request for 1941 Hill Avenue.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

Commission to review historic home elevation and district modifications

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings for four Certificates of Review regarding property modifications in historic districts. The body will also receive a presentation on the water tower at 2000 Cranford Ave.

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Thu Nov 20, 2025

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board

Board will present the Midtown Plan with proposed roundabouts and bike/ped facilities

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board will review and approve the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. It will discuss SPIN riding in downtown Fort Myers and receive a presentation of the Midtown Plan that includes proposed roundabouts and bike/pedestrian facilities. Additional discussions will cover the status of projects from the 2020 Bicycle Pedestrian Masterplan and a map of city bike/ped facilities.

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✓ Decided: Board approved October 16, 2025 meeting minutes

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board reviewed and approved the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. No other motions were adopted. The board then adjourned the meeting at 3:30 pm.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Board of Adjustments

Board of Adjustments to review variance and conditional use requests

The Board of Adjustments will hold four quasi-judicial public hearings to consider land-use requests. These include setback variances for residential properties and a request for a telecommunications facility.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

Special Magistrate hearing imposes daily fines for Cleveland Ave. code violations

The Special Magistrate will review and rule on 33 code‑enforcement cases, including approval of minutes from the October 28, 2025 hearing. Several property owners were found in violation of construction permits, parking standards, and building codes, with daily fines ranging from $150 to $250 and caps up to $50,000, and future non‑compliance hearings were scheduled. Some cases were dismissed due to compliance or withdrawn by the city.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

Special Magistrate to hear 33 new and 14 old code enforcement cases

The Special Magistrate is reviewing various code violations including missing construction permits, parking standards, and property maintenance. The body will determine if properties are in compliance or if fines and liens should be imposed.

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✓ Decided: Special Magistrate ruled property violations, imposing fines and abatement deadlines

The Special Magistrate approved the meeting minutes and found numerous property owners in violation of code enforcement orders. Each violation includes a required abatement date and a daily fine, with caps ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 unless noted otherwise. One case received a reduced fine of $2,760, and several non‑compliant properties were ordered to have liens placed.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Public Art Committee

Public Art Committee reviews minutes and updates on multiple art projects

The Fort Myers Public Art Committee will approve the minutes from its October 21, 2025 meeting. Members will receive updates on several ongoing initiatives, including the GO BOND Parks & Arts Program, the upcoming ART FEST, and the art installation planned for the City Council chambers. Additional updates will cover the bi‑annual Art Grant Recipient Show and other project assignments.

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✓ Decided: City Council unanimously approved funding for public art consultant

The Public Art Committee approved the October 21, 2025 minutes and then adjourned the meeting. City Council unanimously approved the expenditure of public‑arts funds to hire a consultant who will develop a citywide public art program. The committee received updates on several art projects and scheduled future activities.

Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Nov 13, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Board imposes daily fines for multiple construction permit violations

The Fort Myers Code Enforcement Board approved the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting and dismissed several cases after owners complied. It found numerous property owners in violation of construction permit requirements and ordered abatement by January 5, 2026. Daily fines ranging from $200 to $500 were set, with caps up to $10,000 or higher, and follow‑up hearings scheduled for January 8, 2026. Additional unsafe‑structure violations were also addressed with specific abatement deadlines and fines.

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✓ Decided: Board orders Housing Authority to abate violations by Feb 9 2026 or face $200/day fines

The Code Enforcement Board found the City Housing Authority in violation at four properties and ordered all violations to be corrected by February 9 2026, with a daily fine of $200 beginning February 10 2026, capped at $50,000, and set a compliance hearing for February 12 2026. The board also imposed liens on several other Housing Authority properties, including 2773 Via Piazza Loop and 3511 Dale St #107, effective immediately. One lien (4232 Capulet Ln) was approved by a 5‑2 vote, while the remaining lien actions were unanimously approved.

Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Nov 13, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Board to approve minutes from October 9, 2025 meeting

The Fort Myers Code Enforcement Board will vote on a motion to approve the minutes from its October 9, 2025 meeting. It will also hear a series of code‑enforcement cases involving construction‑permit violations, unsafe structures, and sign‑maintenance issues across several wards. Some cases are noted as dismissed due to compliance, while repeat‑offender cases on Palm Beach Boulevard will be reviewed.

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Thu Nov 13, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Board orders $50,000‑capped daily fines for sign violations on Cleveland Ave.

The Fort Myers Code Enforcement Board approved the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting and reviewed a series of code‑enforcement cases. Several properties were found in violation of construction‑permit and sign‑maintenance requirements, with the board ordering daily fines and specific abatement deadlines. Notably, two Cleveland Avenue properties face $200 per day fines capped at $50,000, while an unsafe‑structure case on Manning Avenue carries a $250 per day fine with no cap.

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Thu Nov 13, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Board will consider repeat‑offender violations at 4169 and 4195 Palm Beach Blvd.

The Code Enforcement Board will first approve the minutes from its October 9, 2025 meeting. It will then review a series of code‑enforcement cases, many of which have been dismissed due to compliance. Notably, the board will address repeat‑offender violations at 4169 and 4195 Palm Beach Blvd. involving Investments S & O LLC. Additional items include unsafe‑structure and construction‑permit violations at several city addresses.

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Wed Nov 5, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Board approved rezoning of 4400 Cleveland Ave to Commercial Intensive

The Planning Board voted to recommend approval of the Elite Permits Ft. Myers Planned Unit Development, allowing office uses, to City Council with a 5‑4 vote. The Board also voted unanimously (9‑0) to recommend rezoning 0.53 acres at 4400 Cleveland Avenue from Planned Unit Development to Commercial Intensive to City Council. Both recommendations include the staff‑proposed terms and conditions. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025

Local Affordable Housing

Public hearing on Affordable Housing Incentive Plan covering fees, zoning, and density

The Local Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will hold a public hearing on the Affordable Housing Incentive Plan, discussing topics such as impact fee modifications, parking and setback requirements, and flexible densities. The committee will also vote on approved incentives and consider several advisory board vacancies. The meeting will set the next session for December 2, 2025.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

Special Magistrate orders $200/day fine for 2110 Cleveland Ave violation

The Fort Myers Special Magistrate hearing will approve the minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting and rule on dozens of code‑violation cases. Most cases are dismissed because the owners complied, but several violations are upheld with daily fines and abatement deadlines. The magistrate also notes a withdrawn case and schedules future non‑compliance hearings for the upheld violations.

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✓ Decided: Special Magistrate dismissed one case and found violations in multiple others

The Special Magistrate approved the meeting minutes. The case against Hamlet PH I Association (Agenda Item 45) was dismissed. All other listed cases resulted in a finding of violation and an order to abate violations by a set date with daily fines. Subsequent non‑compliance hearings were scheduled for each violation.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

Special Magistrate to hear 41 code enforcement cases

The Special Magistrate is reviewing 41 new business items related to city code violations. The body is determining whether properties have reached compliance or if further action is required for various municipal violations.

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✓ Decided: Magistrate orders fines for multiple property violations

The Special Magistrate approved the minutes from the September 23, 2025 hearing. Several cases were dismissed due to compliance, one case was withdrawn by the city, and multiple property owners were found in violation and ordered to correct issues by specific deadlines with daily fines ranging from $200 to $1,500. The fines are capped between $25,000 and $50,000 and non‑compliance hearings are scheduled for late 2025 or early 2026.

Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Oct 28, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

Special Magistrate orders fines for multiple code violations

The Special Magistrate hearing will approve the minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting and consider 41 code‑enforcement cases. Most cases are dismissed due to compliance, while several owners are ordered to correct violations and face daily fines if they do not. The magistrate also schedules follow‑up non‑compliance hearings for the ordered cases.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

Special Magistrate will consider 41 code violation cases and approve minutes

The Special Magistrate hearing will open with an opening statement, oath, and public input, then vote to approve the October 23, 2025 hearing minutes. The magistrate will review and rule on dozens of code‑violation cases involving construction permits, signage, parking and other code issues at addresses throughout wards 1‑5. Several items are noted as dismissed due to compliance.

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Tue Oct 28, 2025

Beautification Advisory Board

Beautification Advisory Board to review landscape plans for Hill Avenue and STARS

The board will discuss landscape plans for Hill Avenue and the STARS project. The meeting also includes a review of the Patron Wall Landscape Project and Beautification Awards.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved August 26 meeting minutes

The Beautification Advisory Board approved the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The board then moved to adjourn the October 28 meeting, which was seconded and carried, ending the session at 4:40 p.m. No other substantive actions were decided during this meeting.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

HPC to consider window/door replacement at 1813 Llewellyn Dr

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Certificate of Review COR25-0175 for 1813 Llewellyn Dr in the Edison Park Historic District, proposing replacement of non‑historic windows and doors. Staff concluded the project complies with Land Development Code Section 114‑72 and recommends approval. The commission will also accept public comments on non‑agenda items, discuss miscellaneous business, and receive a councilperson update before adjourning.

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✓ Decided: Historic Preservation Commission approved window replacement at 1813 Llewellyn Dr.

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting. It then unanimously approved Certificate of Review COR25-0175, allowing the replacement of windows and doors at 1813 Llewellyn Drive in the Edison Park Historic District. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

Building & Zoning Oversight Committee

Committee will review multiple service reports and approve September minutes

The Fort Myers Building & Zoning Oversight Committee will consider approval of the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It will hear reports from Public Utilities, Fire Prevention, Public Works, and other city departments. The committee will also review permit revenue data and performance updates. No specific decisions beyond the minutes approval are indicated.

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✓ Decided: Committee opposes full permit‑fee waiver, recommends limiting waiver to General Fund

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting. It approved a motion to oppose Resolution No. 2025-130 as written and to amend it so that only the General Fund portion of permit fees is waived. The motion will be presented to the City Manager for consideration at the November 3 City Council meeting. The next committee meeting is set for December 11, 2025.

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Tue Oct 21, 2025

Public Art Committee

Public Art Committee discusses program reengagement and updates

The Fort Myers Public Art Committee will approve the minutes from its August 19 meeting, view a segment of the Rauschenberg 100 exhibition, and discuss reengaging the public art program with its current plan and ordinances. The committee will also receive updates on the initial GO BOND parks status, water basin murals and Otocast signs, art in the council chambers, and the ART FFEST.

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✓ Decided: Public Art Committee approved hiring a consultant and waiving fund limits up to $50,000

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved hiring Mary Davis Wallace of CPC Cultural Planning Consultants as a public art consultant and waiving Ordinance 118.7.6(E) restrictions to spend up to $50,000 for her services. Additional unanimous motions approved reordering Otocast signs at $1,152 and adjourned the meeting.

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Thu Oct 16, 2025

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board

Board will present and discuss 2050 bike and pedestrian projects

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board will hear a City Council report, a City Engineer report, and an FMPD report. The board will review and approve the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes. Members will receive a summary of the MPO Draft 2050 Transportation Plan workshop and a presentation of city bike and pedestrian projects for the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan. The board will discuss mapping and planning for bike loops and safe passage and consider potential topics for the next meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board delayed bike‑loop mapping workshop to January 2026

The board approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes. Members agreed to postpone the bike‑loop mapping workshop until January 2026. The next meeting was scheduled to start at 2 pm on November 20, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

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Thu Oct 9, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Code Enforcement Board orders $50,000‑capped fines for Cleveland Ave. violations

The Fort Myers Code Enforcement Board approved the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes and ruled on a series of construction‑permit violations. Several property owners were found in violation of FMC 102.81 and related codes, with compliance deadlines in early 2026 and daily fines ranging from $200 to $250. The board set a $200 per day fine capped at $50,000 for Transandina Holdings LLC at 4160 Cleveland Ave., and a $250 per day fine with no cap for the owner of 2650 Fowler St. Dismissed cases were noted where owners had already complied.

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Thu Oct 9, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Code Enforcement Board to hear 31 new cases and review 23 old business items

The Fort Myers Code Enforcement Board will review 31 new cases regarding construction permits and property maintenance, and address 23 items from previous meetings, including the dismissal of cases due to compliance and the imposition of fines.

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Thu Oct 9, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Board will consider minutes, many code violations, and lien mitigation orders

The Fort Myers Code Enforcement Board will vote on a motion to approve the September 11, 2025 minutes. It will hear dozens of individual code‑violation cases, most involving required construction permits or surface‑material standards at specific addresses. The board will also consider mitigation orders that impose liens on property owners, including a $47,000 lien for Courthouse Walk LLC and a $3,000 lien for Lopez Viviana Jose & Aguirre. All items are listed as new or old business on the agenda.

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Tue Oct 7, 2025

Local Affordable Housing

Committee reviews AHAC incentives and potential impact fee changes

The Local Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will review the AHAC incentives, covering topics such as public land inventory, impact fee modifications, parking and setback requirements, and inclusionary zoning. The committee will discuss flexible densities, lot configurations, and development near transportation. It will also address vacancies on the advisory board for a for‑profit affordable housing provider, local planning, essential services personnel, and employers within the jurisdiction.

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✓ Decided: Committee presented affordable‑housing incentive recommendations; no votes taken

The Local Affordable Housing Advisory Committee reviewed several incentive proposals—including expedited permitting, impact‑fee modifications, flexible densities, infrastructure capacity, parking and setbacks, accessory units, and inclusionary zoning—and recommended continuing current practices or modest changes. No motions were adopted or vote tallies recorded; the recommendations will be taken to a public hearing and then to City Council for final action.

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Wed Oct 1, 2025

Planning Board

Planning Board to consider three rezoning requests and two LDC amendments

The Planning Board will hold public hearings to consider three property rezoning requests and two amendments to the Land Development Code. The board will also elect a Vice-Chair and administer the oath of office for Charles Cook.

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Thu Sep 25, 2025

Building & Zoning Oversight Committee

Committee will approve July 24, 2025 meeting minutes

The Building & Zoning Oversight Committee will vote to approve the minutes from the July 24, 2025 meeting. It will also receive reports from Public Utilities, Fire Prevention, Public Works, Permit Revenue, Monthly Performance, Planning/Development Services, Building, Permitting & Inspections, and the CDD Director. No other decisions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved July 24 meeting minutes

The Building & Zoning Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the July 24, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other formal actions were taken; the committee received reports on utilities, fire regulations, public works, and permit revenues. The Building Official pledged to research roof‑insulation compliance concerns raised by a contractor and will report back at the next meeting.

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Tue Sep 23, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

Special Magistrate orders $250/day fine, no cap, for 3049 Cleveland Ave #235

The Fort Myers Special Magistrate will approve the minutes from the August 26, 2025 hearing and rule on dozens of code‑violation cases. Some cases were dismissed or withdrawn, while others resulted in orders to correct violations by specific dates and daily fines. Notably, Infinitus Calicem Holdings LLC at 3049 Cleveland Ave #235 was fined $250 per day with no maximum penalty. Additional fines range from $150 to $200 per day with caps up to $50,000.

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✓ Decided: Magistrate reduced $42,000 fine for Infinite Home Construction to $882.54

The Special Magistrate approved the prior meeting minutes and found numerous property owners in violation of code, ordering specific abatement dates and daily fines. Two fines were mitigated, cutting a $42,000 lien to $882.54 and a $16,000 lien to $1,600. All other violations carry fines ranging from $150 to $250 per day, with caps as noted in the orders.

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Tue Sep 23, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

Special Magistrate to hear 40 code enforcement cases

The Special Magistrate is reviewing a series of code enforcement cases involving property violations. The body will determine compliance or penalties for issues including missing construction permits, outdoor storage, and building maintenance.

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Tue Sep 23, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

Special Magistrate hears 39 code violation cases

The Special Magistrate will hear 39 cases regarding construction permits and code violations across Fort Myers. Several cases were withdrawn or dismissed due to compliance or scheduling conflicts.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board

Board appoints Bill Prysi to a 3‑year term

The Fort Myers Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board will vote on appointing Bill Prysi to a three‑year term for Ward 3. It will also transfer Trent Ebersole and Vanessa Mastropolo from Mayor Alternate positions to Ward 5 and Ward 6, respectively, and approve the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes. The board will hold open discussion on any topic and consider potential topics for the next meeting, including a bike route from Ft. Myers Country Club to W. First St.

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✓ Decided: Board appointed a new member and approved prior meeting minutes

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board appointed Bill Prysi to a three‑year term for Ward 3 and transferred Trent Ebersole and Vanessa Mastropola to Ward 5 and Ward 6, respectively. The board also approved the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes and adjourned the session at 4:05 PM.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Public Art Committee

Committee will discuss the Public Art Master Plan and upcoming art projects

The Fort Myers Public Art Committee will hear presentations on an art project for a new fire training facility and Trailhead Park, and on repairs to the Lorelei sculpture. Updates will be provided on the Midtown Arts & Cultural District and current projects by an art consultant. The meeting will also include a discussion of the Public Art Master Plan.

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✓ Decided: Public Art Committee unanimously approved its August meeting minutes

The committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the August 19, 2025 Public Art Committee meeting. Deputy City Clerk Lily Baker administered the oath of office to Eva Roeder and Carolyn Gora for their reappointed terms running September 2, 2025 through September 1, 2028. No other formal actions were decided at this meeting.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Board will issue Order of Lien 2025-0911

The Code Enforcement Board will approve the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting and consider a series of violation cases across multiple wards. It will also adopt Order of Lien Number 2025-0911. The agenda includes numerous construction‑permit and safety violations that the board will review.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Code Enforcement Board to hear 41 cases on construction permits and unsafe structures

The Fort Myers Code Enforcement Board will hear 41 cases regarding construction permits and unsafe structures, with several cases dismissed for compliance and one withdrawn by the city. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

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✓ Decided: Board approved minutes and ordered multiple property violations with fines

The Code Enforcement Board approved the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It found several property owners in violation of code, setting specific abatement dates and daily fines, some capped at set amounts. One case was approved by a majority vote rather than unanimously.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Code Enforcement Board to review 41 new and 25 old business cases

The Code Enforcement Board will meet to hear cases regarding city code violations, including missing construction permits and unsafe structures. The board will also address old business, including a mitigation request for a property on Cleveland Ave with a $44,600.00 lien.

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Wed Sep 3, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board approves multiple land use and code amendments, all 7‑0 votes

The Fort Myers Planning Board unanimously approved a future land‑use change for 0.65 acre at 10721 Colonial Boulevard, rezoned 5.75 acres of industrial parcels from Light Industrial to Heavy Industrial, removed a restrictive sidewalk height provision from Chapter 134 Traffic Circulation and Parking, and adopted amendments to Chapter 118 Land Use Regulations for telecommunication towers. All motions passed with a 7‑0 vote and were recommended for City Council approval.

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Thu Aug 28, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously denies window replacement and delisting

The Historic Preservation Commission voted 7‑0 to deny the request to replace the second‑floor windows at 3927 McKinley Avenue. It also voted 7‑0 to reject the resolution that would have removed the property from the list of contributing structures in the Seminole Park Historic District.

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Thu Aug 28, 2025

Building & Zoning Oversight Committee

Building & Zoning Oversight Committee to review departmental performance reports

The committee will meet to review reports and services from various city departments, including Public Utilities, Fire Prevention, and Public Works. The agenda includes a review of permit revenue charts and a monthly performance report.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

✓ Decided: Special Magistrate ordered violations, fines and mitigations for multiple properties

The magistrate approved the prior meeting minutes and issued violation orders with fines for several properties. Two large fines were reduced to modest amounts, and a case was withdrawn. Lien actions were confirmed for three properties.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025

Beautification Advisory Board

Beautification Advisory Board to review landscape plans for Hill Avenue and STARS

The Beautification Advisory Board will meet to discuss several city landscaping projects. The agenda includes reviews of landscape plans for Hill Avenue and STARS, as well as the Patron Wall Landscape Project.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves Patron Wall third landscape plan

The Beautification Advisory Board approved the July 22, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved the third landscape concept for the Patron Wall, allowing flexible plant selection, with a unanimous vote. The board then adjourned the meeting at 5:10 p.m. No other actions were decided; remaining items were slated for future discussion.

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Thu Aug 21, 2025

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board approved prior meeting minutes and adjourned the session

The board voted to approve the April 17, 2025 meeting minutes. The motion was made by Timothy Dennis, seconded by Bill Prysi, and passed with all members in favor. The meeting was then adjourned at 4:30 pm after a motion by Bill Prysi, seconded by Ezekial Robbins, also passing unanimously. No other actions or approvals were taken.

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Thu Aug 14, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

✓ Decided: Board reinstated Cynthia Conners and approved July 2024 minutes

The Code Enforcement Board voted to reinstate board member Cynthia Conners and unanimously approved the minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting. The board also found multiple property owners in violation of construction permit codes, ordering abatement and daily fines. All violation motions were moved, seconded and carried unanimously.

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Thu Aug 14, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

Fort Myers Code Enforcement Board to review 71 cases

The Code Enforcement Board is meeting to address new and old business regarding city code violations. The board will hear cases involving construction permits, unsafe structures, and property accumulations, as well as review mitigation and non-compliance requests.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Order of Lien 2025-0814

The Code Enforcement Board approved the minutes from the July 11, 2025 meeting. It found multiple properties in violation, setting specific abatement dates and daily fines. The board also approved Order of Lien 2025-0814 and reduced several outstanding fines through mitigation orders.

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Tue Aug 5, 2025

Local Affordable Housing

✓ Decided: City Council reduces minimum one‑bedroom apartment size to 650 sq ft

The committee approved the meeting minutes. A motion to bring a draft affordable‑housing application to the next advisory meeting was made and seconded. The City Council approved a change to the land development code, lowering the minimum size for one‑bedroom apartments from 750 sq ft to 650 sq ft. The Council also approved a Live Local Act agreement for a disabled‑housing project with 100% affordable units.

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Thu Jul 24, 2025

Building & Zoning Oversight Committee

✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved May 22, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 22, 2025 Building and Zoning Oversight Committee meeting. Members received updates from Public Utilities, Fire Department, Public Works, and Community Development on staffing, permits, and fee schedules. No other actions were voted on or decided at this meeting.

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Tue Jul 22, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

✓ Decided: Special Magistrate ordered abatement and fines for multiple property violations

The magistrate approved the meeting minutes and ruled on dozens of code‑enforcement cases. Ten properties were found in violation and were ordered to correct the issues by specific deadlines, with daily fines and caps set. One property was found in compliance and the case was withdrawn. Non‑compliance hearings were scheduled for each violation.

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Tue Jul 22, 2025

Beautification Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board approves May minutes, will confirm Edison billboard schedule, adjourns

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting. Members agreed to confirm the Edison Billboard Sign Project schedule with Parks & Beautification Manager Abraham Luna after his arrival. The meeting was formally adjourned at 4:43 p.m. following a motion and second.

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Thu Jul 10, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

✓ Decided: Board finds multiple property owners in violation, sets fines & deadlines

The Code Enforcement Board approved the June 12 minutes and unanimously found a series of defendants in violation of city codes. For each case the board ordered abatement by a specified date, imposed daily fines (some capped) and set future compliance hearings. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Tue Jun 24, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

✓ Decided: Special Magistrate ordered violations and fines for 20 property cases

The Special Magistrate found each of the listed properties to be in violation of code enforcement orders. For each case, a deadline to abate the violations was set and daily fines were imposed if the deadline is missed. Subsequent non‑compliance hearings were scheduled for each case.

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Wed Jun 18, 2025

S.T.A.R.S. Management Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board approved prior meeting minutes and adjourned the session

The advisory board approved the minutes of the May 21, 2025 meeting. No public input was received. The board then adjourned the meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Wed Jun 4, 2025

Planning Board

✓ Decided: Planning Board postpones cell tower regulation amendment for future meeting

The board reviewed a proposed amendment to Chapter 118 of the Land Use Regulations that would affect commercial wireless telecommunication facilities, including limits on tower height, lighting, and work during bird nesting season. After discussion and questions, the board decided to continue the item to a future meeting and to re‑advertise it on the agenda. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

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Tue Jun 3, 2025

Local Affordable Housing

✓ Decided: Committee approved the May 6 2025 meeting minutes

The Local Affordable Housing Advisory Committee voted to approve the May 6 2025 minutes. The meeting introduced new liaison Cindy Cruz and outlined the kickoff of the FY 2025 AHAC incentive plan. Members reviewed recent housing cost‑burden data for Fort Myers.

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Thu May 29, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

✓ Decided: No decisions were made at this historic preservation meeting

The May 29, 2025 Historic Preservation Commission meeting recorded attendance, staff reports, and agenda items, but the minutes do not contain any recorded approvals, denials, or other substantive actions.

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Wed May 28, 2025

Board of Adjustments

✓ Decided: Board approved the conditional use for a new police headquarters

The Board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved the conditional use request to construct the City of Fort Myers Police Department headquarters at 2150 Fowler Street, with staff‑recommended conditions. No other business was taken up.

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Tue May 27, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

✓ Decided: Magistrate ordered 20 property owners to fix code violations, imposing daily fines

The Special Magistrate approved the meeting minutes and then found each defendant in violation of city code. For each case the magistrate set a specific abatement deadline, a daily fine amount and, where applicable, a maximum cap. Non‑compliance hearings were scheduled for late June, July or August 2025. All decisions were recorded in the official minutes.

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Tue May 27, 2025

Beautification Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board approved Donor Wall as next landscape project (4‑1 vote)

The board approved the Donor Wall as its next landscape project, with a 4‑1 vote after a motion by Hughes and opposition from Robinson. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting. The board directed staff to revise the Edison Sign invoice and to investigate funding restrictions for the Patron’s Wall. The meeting was adjourned at 4:49 p.m.

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Thu May 22, 2025

Building & Zoning Oversight Committee

✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved April 24 meeting minutes

The Building and Zoning Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The remainder of the session consisted of departmental reports and updates, with no additional actions taken. The next committee meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2025.

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Tue May 20, 2025

Public Art Committee

✓ Decided: PAC elects new chair and vice‑chair and approves $875 mural repair

The committee approved the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Jane Lane was elected chair and Stacie Krupa was elected vice‑chair, both unanimously. The committee approved an $875 payment for repairs at McCollum Hall/Buck’s Backyard. No other motions were adopted; several items were discussed without a decision.

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Thu May 8, 2025

Code Enforcement Board

✓ Decided: Board imposed a lien on 4393 E Riverside Dr. for non‑compliance

The Code Enforcement Board approved the April 10, 2025 minutes and unanimously found multiple properties in violation of city codes. Liens were imposed on the properties at 4393 E Riverside Dr. and 4309 Bellaria Way. The board set abatement deadlines and daily fines—ranging from $200 to $500 per day—with caps on most penalties.

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Tue May 6, 2025

Local Affordable Housing

✓ Decided: Advisory committee approved FY 2024 affordable housing incentives

The Local Affordable Housing Advisory Committee voted to approve the FY 2024 incentive plan retroactively, with all members in favor and no opposition. The committee also approved the July 2, 2024 meeting minutes and then adjourned the session. Future meetings will address FY 2025 incentives and related initiatives.

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Thu Apr 24, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved February 27 meeting minutes

The Fort Myers Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes of the February 27, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No decision on the Certificate of Review for 2136 Bay Street is recorded in the excerpt.

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Thu Apr 24, 2025

Building & Zoning Oversight Committee

✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved March 27, 2025 meeting minutes

The Building and Zoning Oversight Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting. No other actions, approvals, or votes were taken during the session.

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Wed Apr 23, 2025

Board of Adjustments

✓ Decided: Board approves variance to reduce unit size at 2620 Evans Vista Way

The Board of Adjustments elected a chair and vice chair, approved the March 26, 2025 minutes, and unanimously approved a variance reducing the minimum one‑bedroom unit size from 750 sq ft to 713 sq ft for an affordable multifamily project at 2620 Evans Vista Way. The board also accepted that the applicant met the criteria set forth in Section 98.3.5.F. The meeting adjourned at 1:55 p.m.

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Tue Apr 22, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

✓ Decided: Special Magistrate hearing dismisses or withdraws dozens of code violation cases

The April 22, 2025 Special Magistrate hearing reviewed 45 code‑violation cases. Several cases were dismissed after the owners achieved compliance, while a number of others were withdrawn because of conflicts with the Special Magistrate. No new penalties or permits were issued during this session.

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Thu Apr 17, 2025

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board approved request to change attendance policy to three consecutive absences

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board approved the January 16 and February 20, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved a motion asking the city council to amend the code so that three consecutive absences vacate a seat, removing the percentage‑based attendance rule. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous motion at 4:30 pm.

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Wed Apr 16, 2025

S.T.A.R.S. Management Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board approved prior meeting minutes and adjourned the session

The S.T.A.R.S. Management Advisory Board approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. The board then voted to adjourn the April 16, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

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Thu Mar 27, 2025

Building & Zoning Oversight Committee

✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved February 27 minutes

The Building and Zoning Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. All other agenda items were informational updates with no formal actions taken.

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Wed Mar 26, 2025

Board of Adjustments

✓ Decided: Board approved conditional use for a 260,000‑sq‑ft warehouse at Lightard Knott Lane

The Board of Adjustments approved the minutes from August 28, 2024 and January 22, 2025 unanimously. It postponed the formal election of chair and vice‑chair to the next meeting. The Board found the conditional‑use request would not create adverse impacts and then approved the request with staff‑recommended conditions.

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Tue Mar 25, 2025

Special Magistrate Hearing

✓ Decided: Magistrate ruled violations for multiple properties, ordering abatement and fines

The Special Magistrate approved the minutes from the February 25 hearing. He found a series of property owners in violation of code requirements and ordered each to correct the issues by specific deadlines, with daily fines for non‑compliance. For several properties, a lien was ordered to begin as previously directed. Subsequent non‑compliance hearings were scheduled for each case.

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Tue Mar 25, 2025

Beautification Advisory Board

✓ Decided: Board approves prior minutes, schedules Sunshine Law training, and adjourns

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the February 25, 2025 meeting. Members agreed to dedicate a half‑hour to Sunshine Law training on the next meeting’s agenda. The meeting was then adjourned at 4:46 p.m.

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